This summer, one of the most famous British artists Grayson Perry is presenting his new work in London, UK. The free exhibition is being held at Hyde Park’s Serpentine Gallery until 10 September 2017. I personally come from a country where artists are imprisoned for their critical thinking (Pussy Riot were arrested in Russia again […]
How you can take your business to the streets with Contrado Tuk Tuks are traditionally an Indian and African big thing, but recently they have made a great (and unexpected) journey in the UK. Who could have imagined that they would turn out to be so popular in a country where summer last only 2 […]
We all know that fashion trends come every year. The latest designs can be seen walking down the catwalk at Fashion Week’s around the world. But did you know that new fabrics and their trends are also advancing? There is so much more to fabric than you may think. Gone are the days of simply man […]
It’s worth braving the crowds at the British museum to see ‘Hokusai: beyond the great wave’ this summer. Aside from the insights in to Japanese culture and image making, there’s a lot of personal branding tips for artists to learn and how to make a living from your art. This is so relevant to modern creative practice. […]
When buying clothes, or searching for fabric, your first thought might not necessarily be; “where did this fabric come from?” but maybe it should. It is easy to pop into a store, reach for the latest fashions and not question what it is made from. If it fits, looks good and doesn’t cost the earth, […]
It’s Fashion Revolution Week, an initiative that encourages people to question the origins of their clothes and stand up against child exploitation. The sad reason behind this cause is because unfortunately, there are still brands that take advantage of unethical child labour laws in (mainly) Asia, creating garments that come at a heavy cost to people […]
We tend to get a little excited whenever there is big news in the fabric world. It has just been announced that denim giant Levi’s have partnered up with search engine powerhouse Google, to launch something we will all be wanting to wear. Immediately. If not before. Although it looks like you will have to wait […]
Did you know that we have a brand-new designer platform at Contrado? Want to inject your wardrobe or home with the freshest designs from the most noteworthy designers and artists around? Contrado Creatives and their designer stores are just what you are looking for. Billie Jacobina’s vibrant designs are something to watch out for New design talent […]
If you’re anything like us, the most anticipated highlight of the 89th Academy Awards ceremony on Sunday 26th February was the red carpet arrival. An event in its own right, this spectacle of haute couture fashion and extravagant designs can often steal the show, with many a frock still being referenced days, weeks and years later. It’s the […]
Do you want to know what the freshest trends in fashion and fabric will be in 2018? Fashion Week season is still going strong, and the world is learning about what they will be wearing in autumn and winter. But we want to go beyond that. When it comes to planning your collection for your […]